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Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
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Good morning, Kokomo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Kokomo Parks & Recreation will launch its 2025 Creature Features series this Saturday with Silly Safari at Kirkendall Nature Center in Jackson Morrow Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the free event will offer interactive animal encounters and is one of eight monthly programs running through December. The Kokomo Post
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Charges against Kevin Maddox—accused of the 2006 murder of 20-year-old Chad Rouse and facing robbery and conspiracy charges—were dismissed today, court records show. Kokomo Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Residents are invited to submit a short paragraph explaining why their mom is best and to upload a photo for a special Mother's Day feature on The Kokomo Post + the call welcomes stories about moms and motherly figures. Submissions are accepted until May 1 + selected entries will be featured in the publication. The Kokomo Post
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tri-Central Community Schools named a new superintendent after an extended search. The board said field house renovations will finish by summer and a crew will inspect the solar field soon—after electric bills for the first three months were unusually high, with February over $9,000. Kokomo Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kokomo City Council voted 5-4 on April 21 to deny a rezoning request for a drive-thru convenience store at 501 James Dr near the intersection of South Webster Street and West Lincoln Road — neighbors opposed the change. Kokomo Tribune
- ➤ The Howard County Drainage Board voted unanimously to table the drainage plan vote for a proposed solar farm near Greentown—ENGIE North America must continue discussing concerns with adjacent landowners to address the issue. Kokomo Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
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Indiana USA Gymnastics Champions Banquet
10 a.m. — Bel Air Events — Tickets required — Celebrate the achievements of Indiana's gymnastics champions and graduating seniors in a night of recognition and inspiration.
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2025 Kokomo Home Show
10 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Markland Mall — Free Admission — Discover local solutions for home and landscaping improvements this spring.
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Kokomo Collectible Show
6 AM – 12 PM — Kokomo Shriner's Club — Free entry — Explore a variety of collectibles and join a free learn-to-play event for kids.
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Open House at The Greens of Wildcat Creek
1-3 p.m. — 3139 Crooked Stick Dr, Kokomo, IN — $429,000 — Explore a stunning golf course home with spacious living and serene views.
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Mother & Daughter Brunch Kitten Shower
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Elite Banquet & Conference Center — $30 — Enjoy a festive brunch while cuddling adoptable kittens and supporting the Kokomo Humane Mission.
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